Meat Inspector

**Job description** “Exceptional job opportunity working in the meat industry located in Echuca, Victoria as a Meat Inspector (AAO)." About you - You must be reliable, physically fit and willing to work as part of a team. - 2 years’ experience as an AAO or Meat Inspectors role within a red meat processing environment. - Qualification in Cert.3 Or Cert.4 Meat Safety. - Ovine experience is essential. - Must pass a national police check. - You have already had a Q Fever vaccination or are willing to participate in the vaccination process. - Inspection of animal carcass and parts for the purpose of ensuring product is fit for human consumption. - Identifying non-conforming carcass materials and disposing of them appropriately. - Provide support for other team members. - Completing any required paperwork in a timely manner. - Committed, punctual and positive work attitude. About the Role: - Inspecting animals, plants and agricultural produce to identify product quality issues, and providing advice to producers. - Auditing and monitoring quality procedures at farms and food handling and processing facilities to ensure compliance with required standards. - Testing samples of produce for quality, size and purity - Ensuring that required standards of hygiene are observed at storage, processing and packing facilities and in transport vehicles. - Advising primary producers on economic aspects of disease eradication and informing producers and the general public of the health implications of diseases and impurities - Advising on the identification of pests and diseases and on regulations pertaining to grading, packing and loading of products - Examining imported plants and animals, and products, such as timber, seeds and dried fruits, and making quarantine arrangements - Patrolling and investigating waterways for unlawful fishing activities and the removal of protected marine life - Educating, advising and providing information on a wide range of topics relating to fish and their protection - May initiate or assist in legal action to enforce regulations. Benefits & perks: - Attractive Work-Life-Balance with convenient morning shifts - Monday to Friday work - Competitive rates - Safe work environment - Career progression with an opportunity to increase the hourly rate. - Staff discount and onsite parking Join our community and make a difference Hilal Meat Products company is more than just a company; we're a family built on shared values and a commitment to excellence. We believe in supporting local businesses and contributing to the Echuca community. We are committed to attracting young talent and fostering their workplace skills. About us: Hilal Meat Products company is a family owned and operated Australian integrated supply chain in the food industry. Ability to commute/relocate: - Echuca, VIC 3564: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required) Pay: $75,000.00 - $82,000.00 per year **Benefits**: - Salary packaging Schedule: - 8 hour shift Ability to commute/relocate: - Echuca, VIC 3564: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required) Work Authorisation: - Australia (preferred) Work Location: In person